sink

US /sɪŋk/
UK /sɪŋk/
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1.

go down below the surface of a liquid; subside.

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The ship began to sink after hitting the iceberg.
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The sun began to sink below the horizon.
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submergedescenddropfallgo down
2.

cause to sink

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The torpedo sank the enemy ship.
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He sank the ball into the hole.
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scuttlesubmergeimmersedrown
3.

invest money or resources in something with the expectation of a return, often with the implication of a large or risky investment

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They decided to sink all their savings into the new business venture.
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Don't sink too much money into that old car.
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investput inexpendspend
1.

a fixed basin, typically with a water supply and drainage, used for washing.

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Please wash your hands in the kitchen sink.
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The plumber fixed the leaky sink.
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basinwashbasintrough
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sink insink or swimsomeone's heart sinkseverything but the kitchen sink